The hit show “Ballers” on HBO follows Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as a former NFL player who becomes a player agent. Often on the show, famous athletes make cameos. And this season, Bay Area athletes and themes figured prominently. One central thrust of this season’s show is moving a certain East Bay NFL franchise …

The 49ers hope they will also uncover a diamond in the deep rough during their three-day rookie minicamp, which began today. The Niners have invited 10 tryouts to Santa Clara and at least one has an eye-popping measurable. …

The 49ers will have two practices with the Broncos before meeting Denver on Aug. 29 at Sports Authority Field in their third preseason game, 9News in Denver reported. The teams will practice Aug. 26-27 at the Broncos’ facility in Dove Valley. …

Yes, both Simpson and 49ers rookie wide receiver DeAndre Smelter are members of the exclusive We Can Palm Bruce Bochy’s Head Club. As noted here, Smelter has 11-inch hands and general manager Trent Baalke referenced them in explaining why he selected the former Georgia Tech standout in the fourth round. …